Data Protection in Care

Congratulations to all care providers who successfully published their Data Security and Protection Toolkits (DSPT) for 2022/23. This is a reminder that, since 30 June 2023, the DSPT for 2021/22 cannot be used as evidence of current arrangements. If you have finished...

KINGS LANGLEY HOME CARE COMPANY CELEBRATES!

Local home care company, 1st Homecare, is celebrating both a milestone year and the astounding long service of its’ employees.  The number 272 might sound like a bus route but in fact it is the total number of years of service completed by 1st Homecare’s loyal and...

Cash Flow issues? Ask for support!

While this recent news article suggests that one in five Homecare organisations risk financial failure in next six months due to sums owed by NHS and councils, we are pleased that this is not nearly such a problem in Hertfordshire. If however, you do find your...

Updated Guidance on CCTV / Surveillance Cameras

If there is CCTV installed, the Care/Nursing home must gain consent from their residents. If a person is unable to consent to the CCTV/Surveillance, then a mental capacity assessment and best interests’ decision needs to be completed and evidenced for each person this...